What We Don’t Say About Our Underwear

Hey, tribe!Episode 7 of What We Don’t Say is here:Quick question: When you’re asked to undress at the gynecologist, during a Brazilian wax, before a massage, or in another professional setting—what do you do with your underwear?Do you leave it on the chair? Place it on top of your clothes? Or fold it into a tiny square and hide it underneath everything like it has entered the Witness Protection Program?On a day that carries grief and complicated emotions for many people, I wanted to offer something intentionally lighter—a little room to breathe, laugh, and become curious about an ordinary ritual many of us have never questioned.In this episode, one casual conversation with my Brazilian wax professional sends me down an unexpectedly revealing path. What begins as a funny question about underwear becomes a broader reflection on our bodies, our private rituals, and the difference between acting intentionally and moving on autopilot.This episode is playful, personal, and perhaps a little more thought-provoking than you would expect from a conversation about where the panties go when the pants come off.Episode 7 is now available to listen to on Substack.After you listen, I want to hear from you:Where do your underwear go—and have you ever stopped to ask yourself why?If this episode makes you laugh, think, or reconsider your pre-appointment routine, please share it with someone who will answer the question honestly.Until next time, stay curious, stay compassionate, and keep making room for the conversations that matter.With care,Jarissa E. Greenard, M.A. Ed.Host of What We Don’t Say This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit greenardcollective.substack.com